Cartel

Cartel

Keynote Speaker: Pop-Punk Band Known for "Honestly," "Say Anything (Else)" & "17"

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Cartel Biography

Cartel is a pop-punk band that gained significant attention in the mid-2000s for their energetic sound and catchy melodies. Formed in 2003 in Conyers, Georgia, the band consists of vocalist/bassist Will Pugh, lead guitarist Joseph Pepper, guitarist Nic Hudson, and drummer Kevin Sanders. Their debut album "Chroma," released in 2005, featured hits like "Honestly" and "Say Anything (Else)," earning them a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim. They were also named Yahoo! Music's winner in the March 2006 "Who's Next" competition.

In 2007, Cartel participated in an innovative project with MTV called "Band in a Bubble," where they were isolated in a glass bubble in New York City for 20 days to record their self-titled sophomore album. This album, "Cartel," expanded its popularity with the single "Lose It." Despite the difference in commercial success compared to their debut, the band remained a prominent name in the pop-punk scene. In 2009, they released their album "Cycles," which featured the singles "Let's Go" and "The Perfect Mistake."

After moving on from Epic Records, Cartel continued to release music, including albums like "Cycles" and "Collider." Their body of work continued to grow, showcasing their evolution as musicians while staying true to their pop-punk roots. They embarked on several tours, supporting acts like All Time Low, Boys Like Girls, Third Eye Blind, and LMFAO. In 2012, they co-headlined a space tour, and Pugh started producing artists in the Atlanta area.

In addition to their activities with Cartel, band members pursued other projects. In April 2020, Will Pugh released an EP for a new side project called TAURIDS. Despite these side projects, the band continues to be active and celebrated in the music community. They embarked on a 10-year anniversary tour for "Chroma" in 2014 and supported Dashboard Confessional and Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness on select dates of the Hello Gone Days tour in 2022.

Cartel's legacy in the pop-punk genre is marked by its infectious hooks, memorable live shows, and the impact of its early work. In July 2022, the band released "17," its first new single in nine years. Even as it has shifted focus to other projects, the band remains an important figure in the music community, known for its contributions to the mid-2000s pop-punk resurgence.

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Cartel Videos

Cartel - Say Anything (Else) - YouTube
Cartel - Honestly - YouTube

How do I book Cartel to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Cartel for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Cartel, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Cartel or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Cartel for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Cartel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Cartel, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Cartel speak about?

Cartel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Celebrity.

Who is the agent for Cartel?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cartel for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Cartel for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Cartel or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Cartel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Music and Celebrity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Cartel for live events is $30,000 - $50,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Cartel can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Art Alexakis, Gin Blossoms and Colony House. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Cartel for an upcoming event.

Cartel Videos

Cartel - Say Anything (Else) - YouTube
Cartel - Honestly - YouTube
  • How do I book Cartel to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Cartel for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Cartel, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Cartel or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Cartel for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Cartel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $30,000 - $50,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Cartel, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Cartel speak about?

    Cartel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Music and Celebrity.
  • Who is the agent for Cartel?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Cartel for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Cartel for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Cartel or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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